Talking Operations seminars transmit new knowledge.

The National Transportation Operations Coalition (NTOC), in partnership with FHWA's Office of Operations, recently created a series of monthly seminars called "Talking Operations." These information sessions are conducted via the telephone and Internet and are designed to educate stakeholders

Each seminar includes a 60-minute information session followed by a 30-minute question-and-answer period. After the Webcast concludes, participants can continue the dialogue on the Talking Operations Forum located at www.ntoctalks.com/talkingops/index.cgi. The seminars provide a convenient way for practitioners to stay up to date while developing new skills, all at no cost.

This year's scheduled topics--including optimization of traffic signal systems, innovative financing, and work zone strategies for reducing congestion--reflect current industry issues and were chosen based on input from the transportation operations community. Participation is limited to the first 100 registrants, so multiple participants from a single agency or organization should gather at a single location to allow maximum participation.

For more information or to register for a seminar, visit http://talkingoperations.webex.com or contact Jennifer Seplow at 703-676-6849, Jennifer.E.Seplow@saic.com. To learn more about NTOC and the Talking Operations Forum, visit www.ntoctalks.com.